Accounts Clerk - Finance (UAE)‏

Accounts Clerk - Finance (UAE)
Business Unit:  Head Office Division:  Finance
Brand:  Multiple Country:  United Arab Emirates
Location:  Dubai (U.A.E.) Closing Date:  30-Oct-2010
The Company & the Role::
M.H. Alshaya Co. is a leading international franchise operator for
over 55 of the world's most recognised retail brands, including
Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle, Pottery Barn,
Pottery Barn Kids, P.F. Chang's, Office Depot and Boots. The company
operates 1,800 stores across 7 divisions: Fashion & Footwear, Health &
Beauty, Food Services, Optics, Pharmaceuticals, Office Supplies and
Home Furnishings.
 
M.H. Alshaya Co. stores can currently be found in 15 markets across
the Middle East, North Africa, Turkey, Cyprus, Russia, Poland,
Slovakia and Czech Republic. It employs more than 18,000 people from
over 60 nationalities.
 
The company has established itself as the industry leader across these
territories through a combination of local market understanding and a
comprehensive commitment to customer service. Growth in each of its
operating divisions and brands is supported by continuous investment
in talent and infrastructure. It applies best practices in retail
operations, merchandising, marketing, information technology,
logistics, real estate, human resources and financial controls.
 
M.H. Alshaya Co. is the retail business of the Alshaya Group, which
was founded in Kuwait in 1890 and today represents one of the most
dynamic companies in the Middle East. In addition to its retail
operations, the Alshaya Group is active in a number of other sectors
including real estate, automotive, hotels, trading and investments.
Learn more about the company at http://www.alshaya.com/ .
 
Accountants within Retail Finance for the company undertake all/any
responsibilities appropriate to the level of experience for activities
within Sales, Cash Collection, Credit Collection, General Ledger,
Purchasing, Banking, Loan Accounts, Payroll, Inventory and the
Cashier’s Office, to ensure the integrity and correctness of all
financial data/ transactions.
 
Responsibilities::
Able to manage all accounting process independently
Ability to control the work under pressure
Seek continual improvement in all operational areas of responsibility
Manage to control all outsiders (Suppliers/Customers)
Working in conjunction with other departments to improve the work
environment
Ability to manage both manual and automated situation.
 
 
Skills and Experience::
Graduate with a Bachelor of Commerce or an Accounting Degree
2 to 4 years of practical accounting experience (preferably in the
UAE)
Good English communication and PC Skills
Able to work accurately within deadlines
Familiarity with Oracle Fianancials preferred
Note: you will be required to attach the following:
1. Resume / CV
2. Passport-size photograph